East Tennessee REALTORS® highlights priorities forKnox County Unified Development Ordinance

East Tennessee REALTORS® (ETNR) has published its priorities for Knox County’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) process. The in-progress UDO is a single set of development standards that codify the Advance Knox comprehensive plan, which lays out the community’s intentions for future growth across the county.

“As Knox County grows, it’s critical that land use policies reflect the needs of our community and the realities of the market,” said Tina Collins-Hefner, 2025 East Tennessee REALTORS® board president. “Our members are deeply invested in the future of our region, and we appreciate the opportunity to contribute meaningful, experience-based insights in support of the UDO team.”

ETNR’s priorities emphasize smart growth and streamlined development processes, with the aim of creating practical code that fosters development of vibrant residential, commercial and industrial neighborhoods throughout Knox County.

The full list of Knox County UDO priorities can be downloaded at etnrealtors.com/udopriorities.

About East Tennessee REALTORS®

Founded in 1912 and evolving from the Knoxville Area Association of REALTORS®, East Tennessee REALTORS® has been serving the real estate interest of its members and the public for more than 100 years. The association comprises 12 counties in the region: Anderson, Blount, Campbell, Cumberland, Fentress, Knox, Loudon, Monroe, Morgan, Roane, Scott and Union. The purpose of East Tennessee REALTORS® is to unite and serve its members and to enhance the ability and opportunity of its members to conduct their business ethically, professionally and successfully and to promote the preservation of the right to own, transfer and use real property. For more information, visit etnrealtors.com.